Hortaleza
Madrid
Popular places to visit
Gran Via
Madrid’s famous shopping strip has boutiques and international brands, an exciting nightlife and an impressive display of early 20th-century architecture.
Bernabéu Stadium
Cheer on the superstar players of one of the world’s most successful soccer clubs and take a behind-the-scenes tour of the colossal 81,000-capacity stadium.
Puerta del Sol
Serving as the capital's focal point, no visit to Madrid is complete without a trip to this central square.
Plaza Mayor
Make your way to Madrid's iconic cobbled square and stroll past artists' stalls, listen to local street musicians, or sit down in the porticos to enjoy a coffee.
Royal Palace of Madrid
Come and take a walk around one of the largest palaces in Western Europe...and try not to get lost!
El Retiro Park
Alongside games of football and couples in pedalos, the art galleries, buskers and 17th-century palace give El Retiro a different flavour to your average park.
Things to do
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Madrid: Unlimited 4G Internet in the EU with Pocket WiFi - Airport Pickup
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Top hotels in Hortaleza
ibis Styles Madrid Airport Valdebebas
Rome are clean and cute. Fabulous breakfast. Close to airport. Staff ranges from A+ to surly and u helpful.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Bext Valdebebas
Brand new property. Compact apartment style with lots of amenities. Not an especially remarkable area, adjacent to the airport but still a 15-20 minute cab ride. Only complaint is the bathroom floor. Open concept but the floor grade causes water to pool over whole floor to the door and not drain. ...
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
INNSiDE by Meliá Madrid Valdebebas
The room was spacious! Property was clean and well organized! Restaurant was delicious
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Hotel Zentral Castellana Norte
No free breakfast
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Hotel Regina
Really enjoyed our stay at this hotel. I would come back when I visit Madrid next time.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Buena localizacion y un excelente Roof Top.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hortaleza
Chamartín
Travellers choose Chamartín for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Colombia Station or Concha Espina Station and check out top sights like Bernabéu Stadium.
Barajas
Travellers choose Barajas for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Barajas Station or Aeropuerto T1-T2-T3 Station and check out top sights like Juan Carlos I Park.
Almagro
While you're in Almagro, take in top sights like Sorolla Museum or Paseo de la Castellana, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ruben Dario Station or Gregorio Maranon Station.
Salamanca
Salamanca is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like El Corte Inglés and Golden Mile. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station.
Ibiza
During your stop in Ibiza, check out the parks, and jump on the metro at Ibiza Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Recoletos
Travellers choose Recoletos for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station and check out top sights like Jorge Juan y Santacilia.
